. Jimmy Koplik is on with Chaz and AJ - the Tribe called in about bands like Pearl Jam, Neil Young and AC/DC. Michael Chime, who helped to develop this was on to explain how the idea came to be, and the Connecticut guys he’s working with to. View the profiles of people named Jimmy Koplik. Devoted. Jim Koplik, the president of Metropolitan Entertainment, a large concert-promoting concern in Montclair, N. Singer Michael Bolton of Westport and legendary concert promoter Jim Koplik of Stamford are co-hosting a Democratic fundraiser in Bridgeport with Gov. com for single day tickets and use the code GLORIA at checkout. Will any of them be coming to Connecticut?Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on to talk about the 49th anniversary of Summer Jam at Watkins Glen. . Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik reminded the audience about the Sound on Sound headliner he let slip a while back, and gave Chaz and AJ a few hints as to the rest of the lineup. (0:00) The annual CT United Ride in memory of 9/11 is the largest in the state. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ for his last visit of 2022, so he organized a list of the Top 5 fastest-selling concerts of 2022. “We did sound checks and there were already 150,000 people there, and we had lost some of the fencing already. “He was the best security man I’ve ever come across,” says Jimmy Koplik, president of Clear Channel Entertainment, Connecticut, who maintained a professional and personal relationship with. (0:00) Dumb Ass News - A woman in New Jersey has gone viral for her eyewitness account of a tornado. Rita SchoolRoute 9 South in Haddam reopens after car crash. Sara Koplik, director of Hillel at UNM's Jewish Student Center. J. 1 will feature the inimitable Connecticut Concert King Jimmy Koplik and WPLR’s Mike Lapitino, sharing fascinating backstage stories about the Rock. Koplik is a really cool guy and said it’s going to be much better this year and one of. A cease and desist order remains in place for the Oakdale Theatre, but organizers say the show will go on. There’s also the Jim Koplik Club named for “Mr. 9 of 15 10 of 15 Howard Saffan, left, owner of SportsCenter of Connecticut, and Jim Koplik, regional president of concert promoter Live Nation, following the Harbor Yard Amphitheater announcement. Timestamp 53:45 Jimmy Koplik is a concert promotor in CT. Connecticut General AssemblyPODCAST – Thursday, August 17: Dumb Ass News; AI Satan; Jimmy Koplik. , Koplik said. . Jun 22, 2024 - Jun 23, 2024. He's a legendary concert promoter and longtime Connecticut resident. Willy Wonka Jr. Koplik and Saffon also want to bring an additional large-scale music festival to Seaside Park the same month, not as a replacement for the Gathering of the. Continue Reading >>. Jimmy talked about a few of the highly anticipated shows already announced for the year, including Carrie Underwood and The Killers. He's been involved with the station since we took the air in 1971. This group is fan-based and was created to bring people together who attend concerts at the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater, share concert experiences, post about upcoming tours and music. Out they came, those rock ‘n’ roll immortals, standing so close to us: Jagger, Richards. During their performance members of the Allman Brothers Band who were backstage were invited to. Ticketmaster Concert Info . “At the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater, we are proud to be part of Rock the Shot,” Saffran said. com. J. However, that tour stop is known more so because the parking brake was left off on the band’s tour bus and it crashed through a gas station and into a bank. Jennifer talks about the holiday break with Chaz and the crazy gifts they got each other (0:00) Jennifer's brother Rick shares why he'll never go to a gun range with AJ again (6:45) Jimmy Koplik talks about New Year's shows he organized with the Allman Brothers, and tells the story of the onlyFebruary 28, 2019 ·. Jim Koplik, the promoter’s regional president, sat next to Saffan. Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater. (23:01) Steve Kueny grew a giant pumpkin, hollowed it out, got inside, and paddled it for over 39 miles down a. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about Keanu Reeves coming to Toad’s Place with his band, Dogstar. (12:53) Dumb Ass News – Chaz and AJ welcomed a guest, Lisa Wexler in studio to talk about a man that was attempting to sell human remains through Facebook. I called asking if Goose is on the schedule for Mohegan. Granat, a Michigan. . Event by Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater. (25:21) Jay and Ila came in studio to make a big announcement about the Milford Oyster Festival this summer. What's on TV & Streaming Top 250 TV Shows Most Popular TV Shows Browse TV Shows by Genre TV News. Jake Strom in studio. Plus, his reaction to the Fyre Festival organizer announcing a second festival, with no bands and no set location. Jimmy talked about a few of the highly anticipated shows already announced for the year, including Carrie Underwood and The Killers. To receive our health news text alerts / text StartHere to 85209Little did the Connecticut-area promoter team of Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik realize that they, along with promoter Bill Graham, would end up throwing one of the largest music events in human. Rapino signed a new agreement with Live Nation to continue his. (5:45 PM show, 4:15 PM preshow) This is in the comfort of Jimmy's personal club. Comedian Ayeshah Mae in studio trying to find a new dog. Help came in the form of Bill Graham, Jim Koplik and Shelly Finkel. Sound On Sound. 31. m. 1960s - present. Ned Lamont as the special guest. And here is the full Festival line up. 9:30. View the profiles of people named Jimmy Koplik. 6,725 likes · 156 talking about this. The crowd was electric and enthusiastically greeted us. Chaz & AJ in the Morning « »Pod Pick: 2023 Concerts With Jimmy Koplik. Then the Tribe called in their questions about some future touring possibilities for the Red Hot Chili Peppers, the KJimmy Koplik is widely known as a concert promoter, but he’s also a key developer of outdoor music venues. Joe analyzed the picks for the Giants and Jets, and tried. He was on “Chaz and AJ” this morning to discuss how the Watkins Glen Summer Jam turned out to be his own personal disaster. The film promises to provide an authentic and comprehensive portrayal of the rock festival, providing a snapshot of a key moment in rock history and the careers of Koplik and Finkel. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ to talk about Keanu Reeves coming to Toad's Place with his band, Dogstar. Saffan added he, along with Jimmy Koplik, who runs Live Nation’s Connecticut operation, and son Jeremy Koplik all live in the area and the Kopliks in particular “look at the venue as theirs. 1 New Haven and some awesome calls from the #Tribe. Koplik was on Chaz and AJ this morning telling the story of how in the late seventies he was losing “hundreds of thousands of dollars on shows”. Along the way, he built personal and professional relationships with managers and promoters, including Rick Franks, Jimmy Koplik, Andy Hewitt, Jay Marciano and Jimmy Nederlander, among others. "The '70s acts didn't work, except for the Eagles and Kiss," said Jim Koplik of Metropolitan Entertainment, one of the Northeast's top concert promoters. “Part of the barricade came down, and there was an automatic rush of people through it,” said Jim Koplik, co-owner of the Meadows. (15:11)Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik shares his go-to Halloween candy, but more importantly gave insight on the potential for Sound on Sound returning in 2024, and what he said on the air last week to get in hot water with Bruce Springsteen. 9:00. , said it was "a great summer" because his company had a total of 11 stadium shows, at. Flanked by developer Howard Saffan and concert promoter Jim Koplik, Mayor Joe Ganim expressed high hopes for the plans his office approved earlier in the week. It’s one of many colorful stories shared by Koplik, one of the true pioneers among concert promoters. Goosemas 2023 at Mohegan! CT native here, my local rock station had Jimmy Koplik on (the President of LiveNation for this region) for questions. ” Then we stayed to hear the headliner J Geils Band somewhat mystified that Frampton was the. Pollstar sister publication VenuesNow in its Year End issue unveiled its yearly Hall Of Honor class, which this year includes noted venue exec. I got a chance to meet *(Summer Jam promotor) Jimmy Koplik 10-12 years ago. 1 will feature the inimitable Connecticut Concert King Jimmy Koplik and WPLR’s Mike Lapitino, sharing fascinating backstage stories about the Rock legends who played. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning for his first appearance of 2023. While not quite the Fyre Festival, Jimmy Koplik had his own mess of a concert in the summer of 1973. Facebook gives people the power to share. Beck (Los Angeles, CA) Beat the traffic and enjoy a 90-minute preshow event from show time. 3-5 days after symptoms begin: measles rash. July 12, 2018. After college, he continued promoting shows through his company Jim Koplik Presents in Ohio, but soon relocated to New England after realizing the concert market in Connecticut was underserved. Jimmy Koplik looked out into a crowd at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford and recalled the most amazing rock show he ever had a hand in, on the night of Aug. On Friday, in partnership with the self-described “concert kid” who’s now governor. Be sure to check them out! SOCIAL MEDIA CONNECTIONSWas just listening to WPLR morning show on my way into work, and every week they do a segment with Jimmy Koplik (this area’s Live Nation promoter). Bridgeport, CT 06604 + Google Map. The announcement of Pam leaving, Jimmy Koplik talking Aerosmith Peter Frampton Jim Koplik Presents Archive the old days WPLR 99. Jim Koplik Presents Archive. 4 million in 2022, up from $5 million the prior year. Promoters Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik assembled three powerhouse bands at the time "The Grateful Dead, The Band and The Allman Brothers" to perform on Saturday July 28th. CEO Jeff Warshaw on the phone. A resident of Stamford, Connecticut, Koplik works through jim koplik Presents, his Wallingford, Connecticut-based company. Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. Measles may lead to irritation and swelling (inflammation) of the airways (croup). Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik limited the 10 dollars tickets at 150,000, but many fans came without tickets, turning the festival into a spectacle. Koplik nor Chevrolet would. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik further promoted the Masks for CT event next Tuesday, and which canceled and rescheduled concerts are starting to see refunds. In mid-October Mayor Joe Ganim’s administration and the City Council approved a 10-year contract with the group. His answer was Goosemas this year!! Fingers crossed this is true!Koplik started his career in the late 1960s, when he was a student at Ohio State University and brought the band Steppenwolf to the school for a show. 1, 2023Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning with a ton of exciting details, about big plans for 2025. The Stones had been holed up upstate in Washington rehearsing for their upcoming Steel Wheels tour and wanted to play for a small live. "Jim Koplik Presents" built its foundation in the early 1970's when Koplik was. Join Facebook to connect with Jim Koplik and others you may know. The Stones had been holed up upstate in Washington rehearsing for their upcoming Steel Wheels tour and wanted to play for a small live. Jim Koplik, legendary concert promoter and Chairman of Live Nation Connecticut, wants you make sure you never miss a show again!. Revisiting Watkins Glen Summer Jam 1973. As the weekend arrived, a mass of people. Throughout the concert, the two promoters, Jim Koplik, 23, and Shelly Finkel, 29, wandered in and out of the white press trailer, “making themselves available for interviews,” as the press. Looking for tickets for 'jordan+davis'? Search at Ticketmaster. Jimmy Koplik chats about the Sound on Sound Music Fest Part II - TICKETS ON SALE THURSDAY, MARCH 9TH AT 12:00 PM EST CITI® CARDMEMBER PRESALE RUNS FROM MARCH 7TH AT 9:00 AM ET TO MARCH 9TH AT 11:59 AM ETJimmy Koplik on the Creed reunion and other concert news. It was the Summer of 1973, the ‘Hippie movement’ of the 1960’s still existed, but only in isolated pockets, tucked way in the dusty cobwebbed corners of the counterculture. Ears are still ringing from the rant that Chaz and AJ went on, after hearing about a Starbucks in Branford decided to unionize their workforce. CFO Joe Berchtold also saw his overall compensation jump to $52. m. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was in studio with Chaz and AJ to announce the full lineup for 2023's Sound on Sound Music Festival in Bridgeport. Share this story Jim Koplik Presents Archive. The. Beach column on a talk by promoter Jimmy Koplik about his years in the rock music. The man is responsible for bringing pretty much any headline entertainer that you've ever wanted to see live in concert here to Connecticut over the past 50 years. ” The room, accessible to the public, is filled with memorabilia, such as a signed poster from the Allman Brothers Band’s final concert in 2014, a guitar autographed by Charlie Daniels and setlists, tickets and a Billboard magazine cover signed by Billy Joel, all tied to his 10. Flashback: Watkins Glen Summer Jam 1973. The Summer Jam was to feature the Grateful Dead and the Allman Brothers. They have also lived in Timberlake, NC and Montclair, NJ. Spoerndle said, “Ladies and gentlemen” and Koplik said, “Please welcome the Rolling Stones!”. 9 of 15 10 of 15 Howard Saffan, left, owner of SportsCenter of Connecticut, and Jim Koplik, regional president of concert promoter Live Nation, following the Harbor Yard Amphitheater announcement. Groups like the Grateful Dead, Allman Brothers Band, and The Band were still playing to crowds that held tightly to the ideals. . Jim Koplik has earned a place in the concert-promoting hall of fame for helping throw what is still the biggest rock show in U. 6:20. Singer/Songwriter Drew Angus in studio. Norman, Chaz & AJ, Drew, Steve and Stew,. In October, Live Nation regional president Jimmy Koplik told Hearst Connecticut Media that the venue had already confirmed 15 shows for the Hartford Healthcare Amphitheater's 2022 season. The success of the concert. Bridgeport is moving forward with the construction of a new music venue, to continue to bring in more musical artists. 22 Listeners can go to SoundOnSoundCT. , is a step closer to having an amphitheatre for outdoor concerts with the city council's approval of a plan put forward by Live Nation’s Jim Koplik and developer Howard Saffan to convert the now-unoccupied Ballpark at Harbor Yard into a. James Koplik lives in Palm Beach Gardens, FL; previous cities include Nazareth PA, Montclair NJ and Stamford CT. Joe Nolan, the CEO of Eversource, was on to talk about rates going up, and his concern for winter blackouts if the weather is too cold. Jimmy Koplik looked out into a crowd at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford and. Diarrhea and vomiting. Still, it would take the median employee 808 years to earn Mr. ”. 9:00. The show’s ending witnessed a renowned musician joining the Dead onstage for a mega-jam. Developer Howard Saffan and concert promoter Jim Koplik of Live Nation recently said they need Gov. 500 Broad Street. Jimmy Koplik of Live Nation discusses the reunion of a band that was a concert favorite in the 90’s. The Jimmy Koplik Coat Drive raised over $100,000 to purchase coats for the homeless. It’s one of many colorful stories shared by Koplik, one of the true pioneers among concert promoters. Jimmy Koplik is on with Chaz and AJ - the Tribe called in about bands like Pearl Jam, Neil Young and AC/DC. They are. Jimmy shared the details about the double bill of Styx and REO Speedwagon, how it got booked, who the closer will be, and when tickets go on sale. The Amphitheater will be the home of the Jim Koplik Club, a retrospective room filled with mementos, photos and archival footage and more from Jim Koplik’s illustrious career as the premier concert promoter in CT for over 50 years. Thursday, February 28: Pam's Officially Leaving Us And Jimmy. Jim Koplik, president of Jim Koplik Presents, reportedly revealed during his "Jim Koplik Rock Concert Report" segment on the Hartford radio station WCCC earlier today that a formal announcement. We wished him happy birthday and gave him one of our band t-shirts as a gift. Full Description. Daniel welcomed back 4,500 teachers late last summer, Mr. I was talking to a friend and said I want to tell Jimmy about the concert, the live broadcast, and he said, ‘Don’t. Jimmy also addressed a story that was initiated by a caller about Meat Loaf, who left a show in such a rage that everyone was afraid of him. Facebook gives people the power to share. Then we threw out a bunch of our band t-shirts to the crowd. 4 Billion • Operating Free Cash Flow Up. This day in Koplik concert history. James H Koplik was born on August 11, 1949, so he is about to turn or is already 74. Representatives of the Stones met with Koplik, Toad’s owners Spoerndle and Brian Phelps, a sound engineer and security chief at the club at 300 York St. (39:54)Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning (really just Chaz, as AJ was on his way to get into the box) and got to hear the torture song for this year's "AJ in a Box. Jim Koplik, who operates the amphitheater, said 10. Mickelson was in college at Ohio State and had friends working with Jimmy Koplik, another veteran promoter, when Koplik was an OSU student booking shows in Columbus. Our colleague Large Dave pulled a few strings and asked Koplik to join the Ethan and Lou Show on I-95, and he obliged on Thursday (9/14/22). Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik limited the $10 tickets at 150,000, but many fans came without tickets, turning the festival. View the tour dates and get your tickets to an unforgettable live concert experience. Koplik and Saffon also want to bring an additional large-scale music festival to Seaside Park the same month, not as a replacement for the Gathering of the. Tickets. Jimmy Koplik's Rock & Roll Lounge: The Temptations & the Four Tops is happening on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at 07:30PM EDT at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater…Norm Pattis talks about his client, Fotis Dulos, even though the judge has placed a public gag order (0:00), Jimmy Koplik talks about the Eagles tour playing “Hotel California” in it’s entirety (13:13), more haunted places in Connecticut, plus Angelo proposes sleeping in a body bag at one of the cemeteries to raise donations for this year’s Toy. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. Next Hall Of Honor 2021: Jimmy Koplik. Plus, some shows for the summer have still not been canceled or rescheduled, so what does that mean for people who bought tickets?Best Jimmy Koplik Interviews on Podcasts or Audio about Jimmy. It’s ok to criticize the new classes and tell us that rap doesn’t belong with rock – discourse is good! What’s not ok are the racist tirades that filled our. The morning after: Shelly Finkel, left, and Jimmy Koplik exchange pleasantries with fans in the aftermath of Summer Jam ‘73 at Watkins Glen. to 2:30 p. Koplik is a board member of Connecticut Special Olympics, the National Kidney Foundation of Connecticut. . We had brought a bunch of t-shirts to the gig with us like we usually did at the time. Jim Koplik is the president of Connecticut and the Upstate New York Region for Live Nation. Listen to audio about Jimmy Koplik. # EyesBurning # Junk Live Nation concert God Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ to share more tales from backstage. 8:40. His father suggested forming a partnership with his card playing buddy’s son. Every artist scheduled to perform will be announced live on Chaz and AJ, Tuesday, February 14th. “We believe that it is so important to get to the youth of Connecticut, and Jimmy has absolutely created — Jimmy and his son, Jeremy Koplik — have created a 25-concert schedule that should interest 18- to 35-year-olds. Thursday, February 28: Pam's Officially Leaving Us And Jimmy. "We had an array of drugs," Koplik admitted. The price of admission was $10 and word spread fast of this event, as approximately 150, 000 tickets were sold. Jim Koplik is an American concert promoter who has produced shows by The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam,. He is now. Chip and I became friendly in 1971 when he promoted the Beach Boys at Carnegie Hall, and I promoted Columbus, Ohio the day before. Throughout the concert, the two promoters, Jim Koplik, 23, and Shelly Finkel, 29, wandered in and out of the white press trailer, “making themselves available for interviews,” as the press. God bless Jim Koplik. Though sizable to say the least, the ratio is far smaller than that which the study attached to the 2022 windfall enjoyed by Rapino, who’s said to have pocketed an astonishing 5,414 times more. Jimmy Earl, Frank Erwin Center Carol Wallace,San Diego Convention Center. Event starts on Wednesday, 6 September 2023 and happening at Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater, Bridgeport, CT. Spoerndle said, “Ladies and gentlemen” and Koplik said, “Please welcome the Rolling Stones!”. Developer Howard Saffan and concert promoter Jim Koplik of Live Nation, who, with New York City-based Founders Entertainment are the key partners behind Sound on Sound, attended the online meeting. The price of admission was $10 and word spread fast of this event, as approximately 150, 000 tickets were sold. Rock. Along with Alanis Morissette, Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats, Trey Anastasio and so many other emerging and classic artists – this year’s festival will be awesome," said Jim Koplik, President Live Nation CT and Upstate NY. Find details for Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater in Bridgeport, CT, including venue info and seating charts. history — the Watkins Glen festival that drew 600,000 in 1973. com. 6,725 likes · 170 talking about this. are over. . com, the number one source for concerts, sports, arts, theater, theatre, broadway shows, family event tickets on online. James is related to Emily F Koplik and Jeremy Sam Koplik. Granat, a Michigan. The Summer Jam festival at Watkins Glen was organised by Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik, two young promoters who had recently cut their teeth setting up and promoting a concert for The Grateful Dead, during which members of The Allman brothers joined the likes of Jerry Garcia for an impromptu, extended jam. 8:30. Koplik is currently promoting his Sound on Sound music festival coming to Bridgeport, CT on September 24 and 25 of 2022. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning for his first appearance of 2023. Join Facebook to connect with Jim Koplik and others you may know. June 27, 1944 (age 79) Brooklyn, U. Didn't listen, but nice find!. Kudos to Jordan Wolowitz, Jim Koplik and Jeremy Koplik. , said it was "a great summer" because his company had a total of 11 stadium shows, at. [2]Beach column on a talk by promoter Jimmy Koplik about his years in the rock music. That figure was later raised to 150,000 after health permits and other requirements were met, and Finkel said the site could comfortably hold 200,000. “The Good Ol’ Grateful Deadcast,” the official Grateful Dead podcast, is a series devoted to exploring the music and mythology behind one of the most enduring, progressive, and influential bands in the history of recorded. 243 23 Comments Like Comment Share Copy;James Koplik is 73 years old and was born on 08/11/1949. Jimmy Koplik, Live Nation’s regional president, said Tuesday the festival deal came about in part because Live Nation owns part of Founders and executives with the latter reside in Fairfield County. Ticketmaster Fast Lane: Pixies And Modest Mouse buy. When you join the Friends of Jimmy Ticket Club you unlock exclusive access to tickets for some of the biggest shows that Live Nation brings to the Toyota Oakdale Theatre, Xfinity Theatre, the Hartford HealthCare Amphitheatre, Mohegan Sun Arena and more! Members also enjoy receiving complimentary tickets to select shows. 3 million from $1. AJ will basically be a Girl Scout today. It was the Summer of 1973, the ‘Hippie movement’ of the 1960’s still existed, but only in isolated pockets, tucked way in the dusty cobwebbed corners of the counterculture. (17:53) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik started his segmen Ears are still ringing from the rant that Chaz and AJ went on, after hearing about a Starbucks in Branford decided to unionize their workforce. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was in studio with Chaz and AJ to announce the full lineup for 2023's Sound on Sound Music Festival in Bridgeport. 8:40. Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik, the two promoters of Summer Jam, had been producing rock concerts in Connecticut and had established a regular audience. Next Big Red trailblazer in Big Ten. Koplik, 41, who along with his partner, Shelly Finkel, has been booking temperamental rock ’n’ rollers in Connecticut venues for the past 19 years, gleefully tells this story in his tiny New York office overlooking 42nd Street. audioboom. Will any of them be coming to Connecticut? Jimmy Koplik on CT Concerts | Jimmy Koplik is on with Chaz and AJ - the Tribe called in about bands like Pearl Jam, Neil Young and AC/DC. Lynyrd Skynyrd performed on September 7, 1974. Update: see contract here. Live Nation doesn’t disclose exact figures for ticket sales, but Koplik said the Amp sold more than 750,000 tickets over the first four seasons -- an average of 8,600 per show -- and hopes to. Legendary concer producers Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik brought to life after a successful concert with the Grateful Dead before that set the stage for Summer Jam. (0:00)“The Good Ol’ Grateful Deadcast,” the official Grateful Dead podcast, is a series devoted to exploring the music and mythology behind one of the most enduring, progressive, and influential bands in the history of recorded music. Browse for Jimmy Koplik interviews, guest appearances, and call-ins. AG Tong has been working with other Attorneys General from around the country to crack down on the "easy" thefts of their vehicles. (33:03)Jim Koplik’s name has been synonymous with rock ‘n’ roll in Connecticut for nearly a quarter century, presenting every major name in the field in clubs, arenas and Hartford’…“He was the best security man I’ve ever come across,” says Jimmy Koplik, president of Clear Channel Entertainment, Connecticut, who maintained a professional and personal relationship with. on Thursday, August 10, 2017. See Photos. Connecticut’s most popular morning team, Chaz and AJ (WPLR and WFOX), helped raise over $88,400 in cash for Jimmy Koplik’s ‘Coats For A Cause. Joining Jimmy were Howard Saffan from the Harford Healthcare Amphitheater, Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim, and Tom Russell, a co-founder and partner of Founders Entertainment to answer all your questions. 7:00. Mayor Joe Ganim, Live Nation concert promoter Jim Koplik and developer Howard Saffan broke ground Thursday on a $15 million warm-weather amphitheater whose boutique tensile roof more than 100 feet high will change the face of the Downtown/South. (17:53) Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik started his segmen. Subject: Re: Unbelievable. Chaz and AJ joined the City of Bridgeport for the press conference for Jimmy Koplik’s Coats For A Cause. The concert was organized by promoters Shelly Finkel, 29, and Jim Koplik, 23, and they were largely credited for the day running relatively smoothly. Chaz and AJ asked Jimmy Koplik for updates on the state of Connecticut concerts, (there is no news to report, unfortunately) and then played a game with him and the Tribe. wow. As the briefing ended, Hartford HealthCare donated $10,000 to Jimmy Koplik’s Coat Drive to benefit those less fortunate in Bridgeport. Jim Koplik, President of Live Nation CT “Although I am disappointed that we cannot provide concert fans a 2020 season, I am excited that our 2021 will be a full summer season with great shows Damage at Sunday night’s Rage Against the Machine concert at the Meadows Music Theatre in Hartford was put at as much as $40,000 on Monday. A legendary concert promoter, Jim is responsible for thousands of shows that include legends such as The Rolling Stones, Fleetwood Mac, Paul McCartney, and Frank Sinatra to name a few. A resident of Stamford, Connecticut, Koplik works through Jim Koplik Presents, his Wallingford, Connecticut-based company. He’s been promoting bands and booking venues since the late 1960s, and he. The success of the concert convinced. Jim Koplik is an American concert promoter who has produced shows by The Rolling Stones Paul McCartney Bruce Springsteen REO Speedwagon Madonna Billy Joel and. Self: Pizza: A Love Story. Billy Strings is on tour now. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik reminded the audience about the Sound on Sound headliner he let slip a while back, and gave Chaz and AJ a few hints as to the rest of the lineup. No matter what your age, if you've seen a rock concert in Connecticut, chances are it happened because of Jimmy Koplik. Koplik has produced shows for the Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Pearl Jam, and everyone in between. His father suggested forming a partnership with his card playing buddy’s son. Join Facebook to connect with Jimmy Koplik and others you may know. . Jimmy. “Dave is unquestionably the number one live performer in the history of Connecticut. Koplik, said he got to know Meat Loaf when they both lived in Stamford, and described the artist’s on-stage persona as gigantic. Kudos to Jordan Wolowitz, Jim Koplik and Jeremy Koplik. We were partners for over 25x years and. VIP and. PODCAST – Thursday, December 15: 2022 Concert Recap . Tiny white spots (Koplik spots) may appear inside the mouth two to three days after symptoms begin. Sound on Sound Music Festival. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning for his first appearance of 2023. The median Googler earned $279,802, hardly starvation wages. This one in Connecticut. Select this result to view James Howard Koplik's phone number, address, and more. A legendary concert promoter, Jim is responsible for thousands of shows that include legends such as The Rolling Stones, Fleetwood Mac, Paul McCartney and Frank Sinatra to name a few. (0:00)<br><br>Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik answered the Tribe's questions about their favorite artists, and when/if they will be coming to play in Connecticut. Joining Jimmy were Howard Saffan from the Harford Healthcare Amphitheater, Bridgeport Mayor Joe Ganim, and Tom Russell, a co-founder and partner of Founders Entertainment to answer all your. AND FINALLY LEAVING JIM CROW. 14th, 2021 7:30PM Palace Theater, Waterbury, CT w/Jimmy Koplik Sept 18th, 2021 7:30PM The Ridgefield Playhouse SOLD OUT! February 8th, 2020 7:30PM Milford Performance Center SOLD OUT!Jim Koplik is an American concert promoter who has produced shows by The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, REO Speedwagon, Madonna, Billy Joel and Elton John, among others. Invite. Dumb Ass News – A backflip slip causes lip to rip, for this unfortunate rugby player. Before the band Caamp performed, promoter Jimmy Koplik told the crowd to move their lawn chairs because too many people brought them and they took up a lot of space. 8:40. (0:00) The annual CT United Ride in memory of 9/11 is the. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Next month, we will be partnering with the Bridgeport Rescue Mission to distribute thousands of holiday turkeys. Jim Koplik (“Koplik”), alleging negligence and violations of the Connecticut Unfair Trade Practices Act, Conn. Goosemas 2023 at Mohegan! CT native here, my local rock station had Jimmy Koplik on (the President of LiveNation for this region) for questions. A true gentleman and mensch of the old-school, he was an exceptional father to Andie (Jimmy) Koplik, Larry (Robin) Wolfson, cherished grandfather of Kimberly, Kacey, Emily and Jeremy. Jim Koplik Presents Archive. TV Shows. Best friend and beloved wife of Jimmy for an incredible loving and fun-filled 46 years, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 27th in Stamford, CT at the age of 67. com has parking passes for many event locations with multiple options. "I believe [the amphitheater] now. 4. Live Nation’s Jimmy Koplik was on to talk about Concert Week, offering $25 tickets to a wide variety of shows. (24:20) A brand new feature to dialing 9-1-1 will allow for video streaming from the caller to the dispatcher. 1 New Haven and some awesome calls from the #Tribe. are over. Everything went downhill when a concert at Colt Park got cancelled because of the Grateful Dead riot. Around 60 members of Connecticut's media landscape took the tour with me and it was great to see my friends Mike Lapitino, Bozzi, Storm N. . Pichai’s pay. Years active. S. Norman, Chaz & AJ, Drew, Steve and Stew, Rachel. Live Nation President, Connecticut Jimmy Koplik: “Chip was kind, witty and smart. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on the phone this morning to talk about the disturbing trend of things being thrown on stage during concerts, usually at the performers. Stat. Jimmy Kopliks Rock & Roll Lounge: Beck Hosted By Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater. The City Council’s Contracts Committee in a 4-1 vote Wednesday night approved a facility development and operating agreement that allows sports entrepreneur Howard Saffan and concert promoter Jim Koplik of Live. [1] [ page needed ] At that show the Grateful Dead were joined on-stage by Dickey Betts , Berry Oakley , and Jai Johanny Johanson , members of the Allman Brothers Band . In 1972, Jim Koplik and Shelly Finkel worked as concert promoters. Statistically, given the 600,000 person attendance, one out of every 350 people living in America at the time would have been rocking out in New York. Jimmy booked the band for a total of 19 different shows, and explained the truth behind the infamous brown M&M’s tour rider request. That show was a success, but what if it could be done bigger? That's how 1973's Summer. Dumb Ass News. (6:08)<br><br>DumbThe presale will begin at noon ET TODAY, Thursday 3. PODCAST – Thursday, February 23: Starbucks Rant; Dumb Ass News; Jimmy Koplik. Legendary concert promoter and President Live Nation Connecticut-Upstate New York, Jim Koplik joins Newsmakers host Nathan O'Leary to discuss the many acts h. 10,868 likes · 228 talking about this. His answer was Goosemas this year!! Fingers crossed this is true! Koplik started his career in the late 1960s, when he was a student at Ohio State University and brought the band Steppenwolf to the school for a show. Live Nation's Jimmy Koplik was on with Chaz and AJ this morning for his first appearance of 2023. . I am Jim Koplik of Stamford, Connecticut, President of Live Nation Connecticut and Upstate New York. Flags Are Flying at Half-Staff to Honor Former First Lady. It could be argued Jimmy Koplik is the longest running PLR air personality ever. Flashback: Watkins Glen Summer Jam 1973. WPLR from last Thursday 3/9 click on that date to listen. A resident of Stamford, Connecticut, Koplik works through Jim Koplik Presents, his Wallingford, Connecticut -based. 1 of 5. " Jimmy also took calls from the Tribe about Aerosmith, Bob Seger, and gave information about "Friends Of Jimmy. Little did the Connecticut-area promoter team of Shelly Finkel and Jim Koplik realize that they, along with promoter Bill Graham, would end up throwing one of the largest music events in human. May 31, 2023. Public · Anyone on or off Facebook. Koplik said the Meadows will respond to such breaches in. 1 million, and he. Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. Jim Koplik" Jim Koplik" is an United States concert promoter who has Record producer shows by The Rolling Stones, Paul McCartney, Bruce Springsteen, REO Speedwagon, Madonna ( entertainer ), Billy Joel and Elton John, among others A resident of Stamford, Connecticut, Koplik works through " Jim Koplik Presents ", his Wallingford, Connecticut. 1 New Haven and some awesome calls from the #Tribe. 3 million from $1. Years active. Live Nation owns and operates the Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford and the Xfinity Theatre in Hartford. Roll Lounge. Amid scrutiny for its ticketing practices, Live Nation/Ticketmaster CEO Michael Rapino’s compensation package tops $139 million. Highlights from another awesome show. Koplik said the Meadows will respond to such breaches in. Subscribe to Our Newsletters Get the latest healthcare news directly in your inbox. Rock.